On and About Town: Dec. 15

Warm celebration Last Friday during the ice, snow and sleet, Alex Jarvis and Robert Owen feared no one would be able to make the reception celebrating their recent marriage in Iowa. However, more than 80 friends and relatives showed for the reception. Guests included Mayor Lloyd Winnecke and Carol McClintock, as well as many other community leaders. Pictured from left are best man Tony Goben, Robert Owen, Alex Jarvis and Autum Jarvis.

PEF Donor Appreciation Reception A crowd gathered for the PEF Donor Appreciation Reception for wine and hors d’oeuvres. Underwritten by Fifth Third Bank, the event was one of the few not canceled due to the latest winter storm. From left are Brian Blalock, Cory Kuhlenschmidt, Jim Sanders, Amy Walker and new PEF Program Director Megan Duckworth Stillwell.

Pastor’s Dinner The Rev. Kevin Fleming annually holds the Pastor’s Dinner to thank the elders, deacons and trustees of First Presbyterian Church. All three groups gathered in the Fellowship Hall of the church for dinner, followed by a brief presentation and conversation on the state of the church. From left, standing in front of the Christmas tree, are the Rev. Kevin Fleming, Suzanne Aiken, Dee Ogle, Glen Ogle and Don Korb.

Jazzing up UE UE Wheeler Concert Hall was packed as the Jazz Ensemble, featuring jazz great Graham Breedlove, performed. Breedlove has more than 100 Grammy nominations to his credit. Among his credits are performing with the Saturday Night Live band as well as playing with Ray Charles, Wynton Marsalis, Ramsey Lewis, Doc Severinson and Indiana University’s David Baker. From left are Dr. Tim Zifer and Graham Breedlove.

Presidential Christmas Members of USI’s University Home Decorating Committee, under the guidance of Jim Sanders, gathered to assist USI President Linda Bennett prepare her home for holiday entertaining. Pictured are Jim Sanders, Janel Allen, Carol Baker and President Bennett.

Coffee time Friends Marcia Meeks and Kathy Schroeder take a break from holiday chores at Café 111.

Midday with Santa Each December, Santa makes a visit to Midday with Mike (Blake) employees. Children and grandchildren are invited to spend time with Santa and make sure wish lists are up to date. Account executive Lisa Schroeder Teague’s kids, Charles and Avery, pose with Mike Blake.